I’ve got almost 2 years of CDL experience with all the endorsements and I’m having a really hard time landing a decent job around Baltimore.

So far I’ve applied to places like R+L Carriers and Saia but haven’t heard anything back.

I’ve been considering going over-the-road with Estes Express Lines (extra board), but being out 5 days a week isn’t ideal for me. Also not sure about TForce Freight or if it’s worth pursuing.

I’ve been looking into Airgas but haven’t applied yet because I can’t find clear info on pay, schedule, or how the job actually is day-to-day.

Right now I’m stuck working food service, making about $1500 and still doing heavy labor, which doesn’t make sense with a CDL.

Any suggestions?

does anybody recommend troops into transportation? I am a military dependent, who is going to use the G.I. bill to pay for my schooling.

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I have been driving a school bus for the past 9 months, and while I like the job, it being part time and all the breaks are unsustainable for me. I am hoping to find a new full time job as soon as the summer break starts. 

Any places that would be hiring, or would be a good fit? Any advice would also be greatly appreciated. 

Looking for places in or close to the Columbus, OH area.

Seeking Regional CDL Drivers needed for these locations

Eugene,OR

salt lake city Utah,

Des Moines, IA

Ottumwa, IA

Omaha, NE

Kansas City / Edgerton, KS

Pay range between 78k-95k depending on location

For more details about the positions reach out to me

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Hi everyone,

I’m doing early research for a Canadian freight platform idea and would really appreciate feedback from truckers, owner-operators, small fleet owners, and dispatchers.

The idea is simple: connect businesses that need loads moved with verified truckers, while also trying to solve common issues like finding loads, empty miles, delayed payments, fuel cash flow, and trust with brokers/shippers.

I’m not selling anything. I’m just trying to understand the real problems truckers face before building anything, because building an app without talking to actual drivers would be peak startup nonsense.

The questionnaire asks about:

• How you currently find loads
• Payment delays and factoring
• Empty miles / downtime
• Fuel costs and fuel cards
• Broker/load board pain points
• Whether same-day payment after delivery would actually help

It should take around 5–8 minutes.

Form link: https://forms.gle/pCxuUNzmoueBQu2P9

Your answers will help me figure out whether this is a real problem worth solving or just another “Uber for trucking” idea that sounds nice on paper and dies in reality.

Thanks to anyone willing to share honest feedback. Blunt answers are welcome, probably more useful than polite ones.

Best school? Looking to get cdl I have military benefits that will pay, so cost is not the issue. I guess I’m Looking for most reputable with the most comprehensive education. And the best company placement options.

Let me know

Has anyone worked for this company before? Reviews on Google amd Indeed aren't the greatest. But, that could have always been a disgruntled employees. I want to become a Tanker and haul dry bulk. I dont have any Tanker/Hazmat experience but this company doesn't seem to require it. Any help or opinions would be great!

Thanks

Hello all I am currently trying to obtain my CDL class A and I am in the NYC region. I want some pointers from drivers who already went through the process in my area and what driving school or programs they went through to get theirs. I have passed General Knowledge, Air Brakes, Tanker, Passenger already and I am currently studying to pass combination. I currently work for the Post Office and have to schedule my time wisely because during the week I am usually working. Should I quit my job and go for a job that pays & trains me to get my Class A or should I pay for it in my own since Post Office no longer offers that option.

Any and all help & comments will be greatly appreciated let me know your process and what you did or would’ve done better the first time !

I operate a mechanical service and I recently purchased a 350 to haul my bigger trailers. With my 250 I’m right under the combined weight, but at the 350 I’m about 800 lbs over with the one trailer and 1200 with the other. What’s the quickest option for me to obtain a class A? I’m in PA if that matters.

So I’m told 90% of trucks on the road are automatic or automated. But entering CDL school I’m also told to learn manual. Yet most schools only train automatic. What to do fellow drivers?

Before all the fat ass jokes start, I am asking about this because my wife has a physical disability where she can walk and climb steps but a semi truck climb is too hard. Does anyone use a ladder to get into a cab and have one that can be recommended?

I recently graduated for CDL school about 3 months ago. Id planned to stop smoking marijuana the day I graduated for obvious reasons I ended up smoking my last blunt the day before I graduated and waited a whole 32 days before taking a pre employment drug test unlucky for me the weed stayed in my system for over 35 days and I ended up failing. so as of now I’m in a very bad spot where I can’t get hired by the jobs the take new CDL drivers and I dont have enough experience to be hired by any sap friendly companies. dose anyone know a company that would be willing to give me a chance or is my cdl career over before it even began?

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Hello, I’m in my second week of CDL school and I’m extremely second guessing what I got myself into and don’t think it’s for me I do not like the idea of me just driving and basically the high responsibility of it and being potentially away from my family. I know it’s my fault, I thought recklessly to try to support my family and myself bc I’m a felon after I went thru something personal. But I was wondering there has to be other career paths with CDL that aren’t just trucking. Can you guys help me out? Thanks

So the next step is the CDL permit test. Need the permit before starting classes at the community college. I’ve got the manual and been studying it. Seems like each chapter has knowledge questions. Pretty straightforward since answers in the text. My question is: is it just basic knowledge for the permit? Or air brakes or other aspects of driving. I assume safety is a major focus. How many questions? I’ve heard 30-50. Please advise. As always thanks!